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Old Sep 28, 2011 | 07:15 PM
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Alterations for 33's

Hey guys, i have a pair of 33 x 12.5's and i want to put them on my stock 94 4runner. What can i do to make em fit (without rubbing) without getting a lift. Also, if a lift is definitely needed, what kind should i get and where can i get it for cheap.
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Old Sep 28, 2011 | 07:45 PM
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Hammer the pinch weld really good.
You'll need to take computer out of the passenger side kick panel before you do any heavy hammering.
You'll need to trim the bumper and valence.
Move the back mudflaps behind the steel support.
Take off the front mudflaps.
Lots of test fitting.
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Old Sep 28, 2011 | 08:07 PM
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2 inch body lift if you dont want to hammer or cut.
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Old Sep 28, 2011 | 08:11 PM
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I have never done a body lift nor do i know anyone who has. How complicated is the install and what modifications might i need to do that are not included in a body lift kit?
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Old Sep 28, 2011 | 08:25 PM
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http://4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/BodyLiftKit.shtml

search more for info on 33s, I know I've seen some guys who fit em with no lift. most say you can fit 33x10.50 with no trimming reqd.
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Old Sep 28, 2011 | 09:05 PM
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Specifically see the section of the page below:
- http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/...it.shtml#FAQ10

Has info on both the fender trimming and other options. A lot depend on the wheel/tire combo as width and wheel backspacing are both important.
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Old Sep 29, 2011 | 07:13 AM
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The site said I could do a 1.5" ball joint spacer and a coil spacer...would I need to extend any steering, shifter, brakeline with a lift like that?
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Old Sep 29, 2011 | 07:17 AM
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I run them with ZERO lift on a 4" BS wheel, hammered pinch weld ZERO rubbing on the trail. Had to trim the front plastic valance a hair too.
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Old Sep 29, 2011 | 07:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Decker
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The site said I could do a 1.5" ball joint spacer and a coil spacer...would I need to extend any steering, shifter, brakeline with a lift like that?
Generally not:
- http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/...er_HowTo.shtml
- http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/...l#Installation

Again it will still depend on the wheel specs.
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Old Sep 29, 2011 | 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Decker
Hey guys, i have a pair of 33 x 12.5's and i want to put them on my stock 94 4runner. What can i do to make em fit (without rubbing) without getting a lift. Also, if a lift is definitely needed, what kind should i get and where can i get it for cheap.

i definitely endorse 4crawler's 1" body lift kit. it's added a little bit of clearance in a bunch of critical areas where wrenching would be tight, in addition to the benefit for tire clearance.

remarkably easy to do as well if you pre-soak your bolts a day in advance. with just a floor jack i was done within an hour.
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Old Sep 29, 2011 | 10:37 AM
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Again, on the 1"lift, do I need extend the steering or brake line or should i be okay
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Old Sep 29, 2011 | 10:57 AM
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And this isn't in the newbie tech section because.....?
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Old Sep 29, 2011 | 01:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Decker
Again, on the 1"lift, do I need extend the steering or brake line or should i be okay
Already answered below.

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The site said I could do a 1.5" ball joint spacer and a coil spacer...would I need to extend any steering, shifter, brakeline with a lift like that?


Generally not:
- http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/...er_HowTo.shtml
- http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/...l#Installation

Again it will still depend on the wheel specs.
All the info you will ever need to know about body lifts is there...including necessary extensions and when they are needed. You gotta read a little.
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Old Sep 29, 2011 | 01:30 PM
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There is an entire thread dedicated to this question.

https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f177...thread-169234/
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